Mark

   "Now where is Junior?" I pulled my hand out of Jb's grasp, searching my surroundings for any type of clue to where he could be. Even though if there was I would have noticed it the first hundred times I checked for one,"Stop looking Mark. The only person who knows where he is, is me." Letting out an inpatient sign I turned to the now smug bandit leader,"Okay then take me to him." Jb scoffed, the dagger twirling in his hand,"I said nothing of taking you to him. I simply said I would give him to you. So you will wait here while I go get Junior, alone." Wether it was the secrecy or mock in his tone, the words made me feel uneasy,"Hiding something Jb?" Ignoring my words he made a hand motion for me to go away,"If you want Junior back you are going to sit and wait. But don't expect him returned the way I found him."

  Taking a step towards the now walking away male I was stopped by a voice calling me,"Mark get over here right now!" Recognizing Youngjae's voice I hesitantly spun in place and made my way to the angry piece of fluff. I reached Youngjae, who was standing beside Hansol, and was greeted by a smack on the back of my head,"Ouch!" I yelped, my hand instinctively rubbing the now sore spot,"What was that for?" Youngjae looked at me in disbelief,"What do you mean 'what was that for'? That was probably the dumbest thing you've ever done." My eyebrows furrowed at the harsh tone Youngjae was using. Locking eyes with Hansol I silently begged him for help, but the boy just shrugged helplessly. Youngjae's finger placed itself on my chest, and at that moment I knew a speech was about to begin.

"I have never met someone so dumb in my entire life!" Youngjae began harshly, almost threateningly moving forward,"I get that you are worried about Junior but that gives you no right to be so reckless. What were you you thinking telling Jb he could give you any task. Did you even think of all the possibilities he can give you? What about the whole 'if I fail you can do whatever you want to me'? You idiot you just gave him two major advantages you are practically asking for death." I stood still, blinking at the fierce boy scolding me. The first time I met Youngjae he was practically glowing with positivity that made me want to shield him from the cruelness I had just gone through. Now I had realized Youngjae was stronger than any other bandit, and didn't need anyone to protect him. Youngjae threw his hands up as if he had given up on me,"I mean if you are going to try and bargain, you better do it right. Did anyone ever teach you to use your enemies weakness? And what did you use?" A pause for dramatic effect,"His strengths! My goodness you are one hopeless individual. Wait until Junior hears about what you did to set him free. I mean we could have just boycotted. Seems more affective than risking your life."

He stared at me and folded his arms, obviously proud of his speech. Another glance at Hansol told me he was also amazingly confused. To save myself from a second scolding a nodded,"I completely agree. I was wrong." Youngjae raise a brow,"Nice try. I'll just let Junior yell at you, you might actually listen. Unless you are too busy staring at his lips." Shocked at his bluntness I went to reply but was interrupted by a certain voice,"Come get your boy Mark!"

Instantly turning to face the person who had yelled my breath caught in my throat. There stood Jb, carrying an unconscious Jinyoung, my Jinyoung. Rushing forward the sound of leaves being crushed under my feet could be heard, ever bandit now standing silently. I came to a stop in front of the two. My hands shook as I reached out, gently taking Jinyoung away from Jb. His body lay limp and light in my arms. Had he been eating enough? Getting enough water to survive? My eyes scanned his face anxiously. His lips were coated in a thin layer of blood, parted to release shallow breaths. Multiple cuts and scraps were spread on his cheeks. His eyes shut tightly with tear stains trailing the corners. Black hair filled with dirt and leaves, and I could have sworn his skin had become darker.

  "You asshole." My voice came out slightly husky, which happens when I'm about to cry. I could feel the tears rising at the corner of my eyes and I suddenly recalled my mother telling me as a child that tears were not a weakness, but a weapon. A way to pinpoint anger and release it.

"Mark?" My mother placed her hands on my shoulders, eyes filled with sadness yet tear free,"When you cry, remember it is not a weakness but a strength." She used her thumb to wipe away my tears,"People cry because they are hurt, or because they are happy, or when they can't take it anymore. You are strong when you let people see those tears, you are human." I felt the pain as my father walked out of the front door. Did that really make me strong? "You are a survivor. So when you cry out of pain, use it. You are my strong little boy and one day tears will be the only thing keeping you alive. It's a release, control it and master it."

  Straightening my posture I glared at Jb, pulling Jinyoung closer protectively,"What did you do to him?" Jb tilted his head with an innocent smile,"He is a traitor, and I needed answers. What else could I do?" Youngjae stepped forward with a frown,"Junior is not a traitor and you know it! You are just accusing him to get him out of the way for whatever plan you have. Because all you are capable of doing is bringing down every innocent person around you. Target the enemy for once instead of the few people who actually believed in you." Jb stood still, visibly shocked at the sudden outburst. His mask fell as he stared at Youngjae, as if he was just realizing what he was doing. Youngjae lifted his chin proudly, hands on his hips,"Lets give him time to think about what I said Mark." Motioning for me to follow him we turned away from Jb, walking over to the previous spot we had been.

  As we sat on the ground I cradled Jinyoung, the tears still threatening to spill. His face wasn't the only injured part of his body as I lifted his clothes, searching for any serious wounds. His stomach had slashed on it, and his legs held multiple bruises. My fist clenched as I felt anger fill my mind. Part of me wanted to walk over to Jb and beat the crap out of him, while the other wanted to hold on to Jinyoung until he wakes up. If he wakes up. I shook the thought away, not wanting to think about the possibility,"He tortured him didn't he? For answers." Youngjae sighed, reached out a hand to rub my back soothingly,"Not for answers." I flinched at the gesture, on edge from the sudden events. Looking up at Youngjae I felt a tear drop down my cheek,"You've seen it haven't you? What Jb does to people." The boy rubbed his shoulder, as if my words had triggered some type of pain,"I've lived it."

  My hand unconsciously moved to Jinyoung's hair, picking out the leaves and dirt as I gave Youngjae a hurt glance,"Youngjae no-" Youngjae held up his hand to silence me,"It's okay Mark, I moved past it." I nodded,"Did you break up with him?" Youngjae's eyes moved to follow Jb as he walked around the temporary camp, talking to random bandits,"No." He sighed,"He doesn't need that right now, the extra anger. Maybe ignoring him will send a clear message?" Rolling my eyes I noticed a figure heading towards us. Turning my head I was shocked to see BamBam standing there, a clear look of guilt on his face.

  The tall boy crouched down beside Jinyoung, I instinctively pulled him closer, away from the person who hadn't helped one bit in defending him. The person who not only didn't help, but raised his hand, saying loud and clear he though Jinyoung was a traitor. BamBam's lips dropped into a frown,"Mark I'm so s-" I interrupted him angrily,"I don't want to hear your apology. Do you see how hurt he is?" I gestured to Jinyoung,"You helped do that. I can't even begin to understand what was going through your head." BamBam lowered his head, not daring to make eye contact,"You don't have to understand, just please forgive me." The tears in his eyes had no affect on me as I shook my head. Going to say more I was cut of by a voice beside me.

   "I forgive you."

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Oooooookay! Real quick I want to say this week I will be traveling across the country(U.S) and may or may not be connected to wifi so if I don't respond to comments I promise that's the reason! I get back next Sunday and will be updating if I have time since I'll be spending 12 hours on the plane that day as well.

How is everybody doing? XD

The drama is just beginning but for a few chapters I'll give you a break(and maybe some fluff)